New Tracks

Swiss Banks – “Animals”

Austin-based trio Swiss Banks show a commanding rock sound on “Animals,” conjuring a darkly suave post-punk integration with shades of Nick Cave and Interpol. An eerie, ghostly backing effect lingers alongside a

Watson Moon – “Mr. Resister”

A hypnotic rock soundscape envelops throughout “Mr. Resister,” the memorable new psych-rock track from Watson Moon. Spacey effects drive into roaring guitar distortion with a lush backing resonance. Serenely dazed vocals excel

Holy Wire – “Dream”

Its synth-pop and new-wave nostalgia shimmering with melodic charm, “Dream” is a new single from Holy Wire, the project of Austin-based artist Alain Paradis. Mellow vocals mesh tightly with the peppy rhythmic

Good Jester – “Clockwork”

A new track from Good Jester, the stylish success “Clockwork” bridges retro-minded synth tones with a sharp modern pop production. Synthwave-y synths craft a lush momentum alongside the restrained vocals, perking up

Roma NYC – “Gone for U”

“Gone For U” is a passionate new single from Brooklyn-based act Roma NYC, the solo project of Andrew Francini. Raised in Orange County and exceling in classical piano — competing on a

The Lylacs + Francis Blume – “Heaven”

Los Angeles-based The Lylacs reveal a tender rock sound throughout “Heaven,” described as “a song about the quiet beauty that resides within.” The release represents the first of six singles in collaboration

Field Guides – “Esopus”

Brooklyn-based act Field Guides compel through their new single “Esposus,” which rides radiantly on jangly guitars and perky keys. Benedict Kupstas’ songwriting engages with spirited, nostalgic qualities — cohesively straddling lush contemplation

Vivid Fever Dreams + Josh Mosier – “Twenty Five”

An electro-minded lament to the quarter-life crisis, “Twenty Five” is a collaborative single from Austin-based artists Vivid Fever Dreams and Josh Mosier. Clanking percussive fragments ease into a suave vocal lead, with

New Albums

GOOW – ‘VISIONS’ EP

The new EP from GOOW, VISIONS showcases a blissful electronic sound that concocts specific imagery — as invoked in the descriptive track

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Blueburst – ‘Kick My Tires’ EP

Atlanta-based act Blueburst craft a resonating rock sound with textured guitar melodics and hooky vocal fervency, evidenced throughout their standout 2023 album

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